Ads by Warthunder.ru might be the sign of computer infection

Warthunder.ru ads are usually delivered by an adware program. This potentially unwanted program (PUP) has been created to promote War Thunder game by Gaijin Network Ltd. Once this ad-supported application enters the system, users start noticing lots of banners, pop-ups and other ads showing up on the browser. By demonstrating extracts of the game, these advertisements are looking for new players who would like to join gaming community. This PUP might also initiate redirects to Warthunder.ru, warthunder.com, store.gaijin.net, star-conflict.com, crossout.net and enlisted.net websites. Nevertheless, it seems that these annoying activities started out of nowhere; it’s not true. This PUP has been installed together with some free program that you have downloaded from the Internet. When it infiltrates the system in this sneaky way, it might alter browser’s settings in order to start an aggressive advertising campaign. What is more, it may also start tracking information about you and sharing the details with third-parties. It goes without saying that these activities should not be tolerated. Thus, scan the computer with Reimage and remove Warthunder.ru immediately.

The adware program might display not only Warthunder ads but also promote other products, services or websites. Thus, you might also be disturbed by suggestions to install questionable software, great shopping offers, and other commercial content. However, you should stay away from them. Such advertisements might redirect you to dangerous websites where you can get infected with malware[1] or reveal your personal information to cyber criminals. We want to point out that War Thunder game cannot cause any damage to your computer or privacy if you follow the online security tips. [2]The main problem here is the adware that promotes the game. There’s no doubt that it is not supposed to be on your computer. Thus, scroll down to the end of the article where you can find detailed Warthunder.ru removal instructions.

Warthunder.ru ads might show up in the form of a banner, pop-up or regular online ad.Remove Warthunder.ru from WindowsClick 'Start -> Control Panel -> Programs and Features' (if you are 'Windows XP' user, click on 'Add/Remove Programs').Remove Warthunder.ru from WindowsIf you are 'Windows 10 / Windows 8' user, then right-click in the lower left corner of the screen. Once 'Quick Access Menu' shows up, select 'Control Panel' and 'Uninstall a Program'.Remove Warthunder.ru from WindowsRight click on each of suspicious entries and select 'Uninstall'Remove Warthunder.ru from Mac OS XCick 'Go' and select 'Applications'Remove Warthunder.ru from Mac OS XClick on every malicious entry and select 'Move to Trash'Remove Warthunder.ru from Internet ExplorerClick on menu icon and select 'Manage add-ons'Remove Warthunder.ru from Internet ExplorerRight click on each of malicious entries and select 'Disable'Remove Warthunder.ru from Internet ExplorerDelete malicious URL, enter your desired domain name and click 'Apply' to save changesReset Internet ExplorerGo to 'Advanced' tab and click on 'Reset' button. Now select 'Delete personal settings' and click on 'Reset' button againRemove Warthunder.ru from Microsoft EdgeGo to Settings and select 'Choose what to clear'Remove Warthunder.ru from Microsoft EdgeSelect 'Clear' buttonRemove Warthunder.ru from Microsoft EdgeOpen the start menu and select 'Task Manager'Remove Warthunder.ru from Microsoft EdgeRight-click 'Microsoft Edge' and select 'Go to details'Remove Warthunder.ru from Microsoft EdgeSelect 'More details' if 'Go to details' option fails to show upRemove Warthunder.ru from Microsoft EdgeFind Microsoft Edge entries and select 'End Task'Remove Warthunder.ru from Microsoft EdgeGo to Microsoft Edge folder on your computer, right-click every entry and click 'Delete'Remove Warthunder.ru from Microsoft EdgeFind Windows PowerShell, right-click it and select 'Run as administrator'Remove Warthunder.ru from Microsoft EdgeCopy and paste a required command and press 'Enter'Remove Warthunder.ru from Mozilla FirefoxClick on menu icon and select 'Add-ons'Remove Warthunder.ru from Mozilla FirefoxSelect 'Extensions' and look for malicious entries. Click 'Remove' to get rid of each of themReset Mozilla FirefoxClick on menu icon and then on '?'. Select 'Troubleshooting Information'Reset Mozilla FirefoxClick on 'Reset Firefox' button for a couple of timesRemove Warthunder.ru from Google ChromeClick on menu icon. Select 'Tools' and 'Extensions'Remove Warthunder.ru from Google ChromeLook for malicious entries and delete each of them by clicking on the Trash bin iconRemove Warthunder.ru from Google ChromeWhen in 'Settings', select 'Manage search engines...'Remove Warthunder.ru from Google ChromeClick 'X' to remove malicious URLsReset Google ChromeWhen in 'Settings', scroll down to 'Reset browser settings' button and click on itReset Google ChromeClick on 'Reset' button to complete your removalRemove Warthunder.ru from SafariClick on 'Safari' and select 'Preferences'Remove Warthunder.ru from SafariGo to 'Extensions' and uninstall malicious add-onsReset SafariClick on 'Safari' and select 'Reset Safari...'Reset SafariSelect all options and click on 'Reset' button

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Ad-supported program travels with the help of freeware or shareware

Warthunder.ru hijack is a surprise for all computer users. However, even bigger news is the fact that infiltration of the adware is user’s responsibility. Developers of the adware program rely on bundling technique that allows adding PUP as an optional component to freeware or shareware. Undoubtedly, this program is presented as a useful application or browser extension. The real functionality is hidden and comes to the surface only after the installation. However, Warthunder.ru adware needs permission to enter the system. If you install a new program using “Standard” or “Quick” settings, you give an indirect permission. These settings are designed to hide the information about additional programs and install them by default. This sneaky method is successful because the majority of users claim that they do not have time for “Advanced” or “Custom” installation. However, dealing with redirects, aggressive ads and hijacked web browsers takes more time and effort. Thus, in order to prevent such programs as Warthunder.ru from entering the system, you have to install freeware using “Advanced” setup. When you find the list of pre-selected entries, untick them all and in this way stop their infiltration.

Removal of the Warthunder.ru virus

There are two ways how you can remove Warthunder.ru virus. First of all, you can try to find and delete adware from the computer, as well as suspicious browser extensions and other related components. Our team has prepared manual removal below. Thus, please use them attentively. If you leave some of the virus-related entries installed, you might continue suffering from these annoying game ads. However, if you want to be 100%, that virus is removed entirely, opt for the automatic Warthunder.ru removal option. This option suggests installing a reputable anti-malware program and scanning the infected computer.

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What to do if failed?
If you failed to remove infection using Reimage, submit a question to our support team and provide as much details as possible.

Reimage is recommended to uninstall Warthunder.ru ads. Free scanner allows you to check whether your PC is infected or not. If you need to remove malware, you have to purchase the licensed version of Reimage malware removal tool. More information about this program can be found in Reimage review.

Get rid of Warthunder.ru from Safari

Reimage is a tool to detect malware.You need to purchase Full version to remove infections.

These instructions will help you to delete all adware-related entries from the Safari entirely.

Remove dangerous extensions
Open Safari web browser and click on Safari in menu at the top left of the screen. Once you do this, select Preferences.

Here, select Extensions and look for Warthunder.ru or other suspicious entries. Click on the Uninstall button to get rid each of them.

Reset Safari
Open Safari browser and click on Safari in menu section at the top left of the screen. Here, select Reset Safari....

Now you will see a detailed dialog window filled with reset options. All of those options are usually checked, but you can specify which of them you want to reset. Click the Reset button to complete Warthunder.ru removal process.

After uninstalling this potentially unwanted program (PUP) and fixing each of your web browsers, we recommend you to scan your PC system with a reputable anti-spyware. This will help you to get rid of Warthunder.ru registry traces and will also identify related parasites or possible malware infections on your computer. For that you can use our top-rated malware remover: Reimage, Plumbytes Anti-MalwareWebroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus or Malwarebytes Anti Malware.